The Journal / Aframax

Perspectives on global maritime markets.

Insights on tankers, dry bulk, freight rates and the forces shaping maritime trade.

An open position is a statement of availability, not a promise that a ship fits every nearby cargo.

From enquiry to recap: keep operational facts and agreed terms separate

Oct 22, 2026 • 1 min read

Worldscale and voyage economics: compare like with like

Oct 22, 2026 • 1 min read

Reading crude market data without confusing prices with freight

Oct 22, 2026 • 1 min read

Clean tanker screening: keep petroleum and chemical requirements distinct

Oct 22, 2026 • 1 min read